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Isle of Man: Celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight at Dalby

Submitted by Valerie Caine on February 28, 2017 - 12:51pm

There's a special event coming up at Dalby to mark Fairtrade Fortnight, where there's sure to be a warm welcome, along with a film made during a visit to Kathmandu and an opportunity to purchase some tasty Fairtrade products.

News from Kernow Matters To Us

Submitted by Kernow Matters to Us on February 27, 2017 - 10:55pm

News from Kernow Matters To Us:

27 Mis Whevral 2017

A Esyly wheg,

Update on Levant and the National Trust

About a dozen campaigners met with the local MP, Derek Thomas, at Levant Mine on Friday 24th February, 2017, to discuss the conduct of the National Trust, and its imposition of parking charges and a clutter of unsightly signboards on a World heritage Site and one close to many Cornish hearts. 

Ireland; Conference considers 'alarming decline' in wild salmon stocks

Submitted by Eibhlin O'Neill on February 26, 2017 - 11:16am

News from the Celtic League:

A conference in Ireland this week has been considering the alarming decline in Atlantic Wild Salmon.

Despite a decade long conservation measure the decline has continued and factors thought to be involved in this include climate change and salmon fish farming which has lead to an increase in parasitic disease in both the salmon and sea trout.

Song of the Celts - The Wolfe Tones

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Submitted by Alastair Kneale on February 25, 2017 - 7:12pm

The Wolfe Tones are an Irish band that incorporate elements of Irish traditional music in their songs.

Their name is taken from the Irish patriot Theobald Wolfe Tone, one of the leaders of the Irish Rebellion of 1798. The band date back to 1963 with performers Brian Warfield, Derek Warfield, Noel Nagle later joined by Tommy Byrne.

The Wolfe Tones continue to tour with a band comprising Brian Warfield, Noel Nagle and Tommy Byrne.

The Celtic patriotic song 'Song of the Celts' is sung notably by the Wolfe Tones. It points to the unity amongst Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Manx, Breton and Cornish ethnic peoples and regarded by many as an unofficial anthem of the Celtic people.

Oil Spill Latest - IMO needs to probe vessels collision

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Submitted by Alastair Kneale on February 25, 2017 - 6:17pm

News from the Celtic League:

It seems the oil spill following a collision between a Manx registered vessel and another ship off Chennai India is much worse than earlier thought,

The spill which we reported on earlier is now polluting 24km of coastline and the pictures of the shoreline pollution show this is a major incident.

Damage to marine life is likely to be extensive not just from the pollution but from the chemicals used to tackle the thick oil slick which is creeping inexorably along the coast.

A Declaration of Love for the Irish Language - A Treasure Beyond Measure

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Submitted by Emmett McIntyre on February 23, 2017 - 4:23pm

The Irish language is an inclusive golden thread forever weaving through the collective diversity and communal brilliance of our wonderful society’s shared historical tapestry. To experience its positive impact across one’s lifetime is a treasure beyond measure. - Jarlath Kearney

Jarlath Kearney is a Jounalist and Political Adviser.  This editorial appeared in the Irish News and can be found below in it's entirety.  Please see link to the original article.

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Cornish In The Landscape

Submitted by Kernow Matters to Us on February 21, 2017 - 8:40pm

Everyone must now be aware that there is much more visible Cornish language in the landscape than there was a few years ago.  Thousands of street name-plates have been installed since 2008, with many more to come, and it’s evident in many other ways, too.  While there may be a few grumbles, the general reaction to this has been extremely positive.  Incidentally, bilingual street signs cost no more than a single-language replacement, due to the laser-printing technique, and the use of an expert research panel of volunteers.

Celtic Resurgence in Cornwall Builds Steam - The Penzance Cornish Language Festival

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Submitted by Emmett McIntyre on February 21, 2017 - 4:13pm

The Penzance Cornish Language Festival kicks off its first year this Saturday, February 25th.  This festival is destined for great things and quite likely will become a nexus for growing resurgence of Celtic Cornwall’s reawakening.

Isle of Man: Funds Secured for William Kennish Memorial

Submitted by Valerie Caine on February 21, 2017 - 11:21am

As the worldwide achievements of Manx men and women continue to bring international recognition for the Isle of Man, Bob Stimpson and Roy Moore have successfully joined forces, as trustees, to raise funds for a memorial to be dedicated to one of the Island's most prolific inventors.

The campaign's success has now secured shipment of the stone for cutting before transfer to Manx Memorials for specific work on the grave-marker's inscription by Matthew Gregson.

The Valley of the Saints: The hundredth statue sets sail to Carnoët, Brittany

Submitted by Kernow Matters to Us on February 16, 2017 - 7:19pm

News From Kernow Matters To Us:

We are grateful to our Breton brothers and sisters for drawing this news to our attention:

The Valley of the Saints: The hundredth statue sets sail to Carnoët, Brittany.

The statue will represent Saint Piran - Cornish Abbot and Saint, will be sculpted at Mabe, near Falmouth and will sail in May 2018.

Saint Piran will be represented with a millstone wheel around his neck. The Cornish legend tells how, Piran, already aged, was captured by the local pagan Irish.

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